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Chiang Mai comparison: tourist areas vs local spots

Started by BristolBen · 28 Feb 2026 · 1871 views

BristolBen member
#1
28 Feb 2026 at 17:27
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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DublinDave member
#2
28 Feb 2026 at 20:27
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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WanderlustCarl member
#3
1 Mar 2026 at 06:09
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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SacramentoSal member
#4
1 Mar 2026 at 16:47
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: Better quality overall.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA

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AtlantaAce member
#5
2 Mar 2026 at 01:52
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.
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NewcastleNick member
#6
2 Mar 2026 at 10:34
How's the food there compared to Thailand?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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OttawaOliver member
#7
2 Mar 2026 at 16:00
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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DublinDave member
#8
3 Mar 2026 at 00:37
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls online?

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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PerthPete member
#9
3 Mar 2026 at 08:36
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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BayAreaBob member
#10
3 Mar 2026 at 17:18
I was there in February and can add some detail:

Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.

My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.

One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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ChicagoChris member
#11
3 Mar 2026 at 19:12
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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HalifaxHarry member
#12
3 Mar 2026 at 20:21
How's the daytime scene there compared to Colombia?
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OrlandoOscar member
#13
4 Mar 2026 at 01:31
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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PhillyFred member
#14
4 Mar 2026 at 02:42
Did you feel safe walking around at night?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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MidwestMark member
#15
4 Mar 2026 at 08:16
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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WanderlustCarl member
#16
4 Mar 2026 at 16:07
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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PattayaDave member
#17
5 Mar 2026 at 02:21
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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BangkokVet member
#18
5 Mar 2026 at 03:52
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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HalifaxHarry member
#19
5 Mar 2026 at 14:59
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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BuffaloBill member
#20
6 Mar 2026 at 00:51
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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